Expert in Philosophy of Technology and Computer Science Ethics
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Delft University of TechnologyJuan M. Durán serves as an Assistant Professor in Ethics of Technology at TU Delft's Faculty of Technology, Policy and Management. His academic journey began with studies in computer science and philosophy at the National University of Córdoba, Argentina, followed by work at the National Space Activities Commission. After earning his PhD from the University of Stuttgart, he established himself as a leading voice in the philosophy of science and technology. His research spans computer simulations, Big Data, scientific modeling, and the ethics of technology, with particular focus on AI algorithms and medical applications. He received the prestigious Herbert A. Simon Award in 2019 for his groundbreaking work in computing and philosophy. His publications include influential works on black box algorithms in medical AI, computational reliability, and scientific explanation in computer simulations. He has authored several books, including a comprehensive Springer monograph on computer simulations in science and engineering. His current work examines the intersection of ethics and technology, particularly focusing on algorithmic explanation and understanding in medical contexts.